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Thursday, January 24, 2008

Homemade Laundry Detergent

I am always looking for ways to cut costs and be better stewards of what God has given us. Well...when I first heard about making your own laundry detergent a few years ago I gave it a try. I first tried the liquid recipes that are out there, and I have to say that I never had much luck with that. I didn't like having to store such a large quantity of liquid and it was messy to use. I then tried the powdered recipe and I really like it! It is getting my clothes clean and nice smelling and it is so cheap to make!

Here is the recipe:

Homemade Laundry Detergent

1 bar Ivory soap, grated (you can use Fels Naptha but it is more expensive)
1 cup baking soda
1 cup borax

Mix everything in a plastic container with a lid. I use a heaping tablespoon for a normal load, and 2 heaping tablespoons for a heavily soiled load (like my husband's work clothes).

I would suggest doubling or tripling this recipe when you make it so you have a bunch on hand. Right now I am using an ice cream bucket with a handle to store my detergent in. It is big enough I can just keep my tablespoon measuring spoon in the bucket, and it is easy to get down off the shelf in the laundry room using the handle!

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Monday, January 28, 2008 - Untitled Comment

Posted by dangela1

I may try that - do you just use a regular grater like you would for cheese? Obviously not the same one! :)

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Monday, January 28, 2008 - Yes!

Posted by school4jesus

You do just use a regular cheese grater. And yes it might be a good idea to designate one for just soap :).

Edited by school4jesus on Monday, January 28, 2008 at 7:57 PM

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